1985 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
